The “Macao Chill Market” is being held in front of the area adjacent to Taipa Municipal Market for three months, featuring 11 distinctive local cultural and creative brands, including handmade crafts, original designs, and eco-friendly products.
The outdoor market will end on December 28.
The three-month event, organised by the Macau Youth Development Service Centre (YDS), holds themed activity days and music performances.
The owner of local brand Chillin Family surnamed Wan told the Post yesterday that she has participated in other local craft fairs, adding that, compared to other local fairs, the Macao Chill Market has attracted more casual browsers, but their spending power has met expectations, and businesses have achieved their intended targets so far.
Wan noted she believes that the government should organise more such events to increase exposure for local IPs*, adding that the Taipa location was better than expected, and she was willing to participate again in the future.
Moreover, Wan suggested that the fair dates be concentrated on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays, as foot traffic is lower on weekdays, allowing resources to be focused on better results.
Ieong Hoi Kei, a salesman from local brand Rikka’s told the Post that the Taipa Fair, which lasts three months longer than previous fairs that only went on for a few days, makes it possible to attract tourists from around the world.
Ieong noted that both foot traffic and business have exceeded expectations to date, and she recommended that the organisers and the government enhance online promotion efforts, while also hoping to attract more local customers.
According to TDM’s webpage, YDS Deputy General Director Cheong Ka Man said in a speech during the opening ceremony that the market was a bridge to inject new and young vitality into the Taipa Municipal Market, leading residents and tourist to experience the traditional and creative local culture at the same time.
The “Macao Chill Market” opening ceremony was held on September 29.
*Intellectual Property (IP) refers to creations of the human mind. Unlike physical property (like a house or a car), IP is intangible and includes inventions, artistic works, designs, symbols, names, and images used in commerce. – DeepSeek
Customers browse the booths at the Macao Chill Market near Taipa Municipal Market yesterday. – Photos: Ida Cheong
The owner, surnamed Wan, of local brand Chillin Family, poses during yesterday’s interview with the Post at the Macao Chill Market near Taipa Municipal Market.
